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  • 170: Putting us on the map
    On the latest family-friendly edition of Planet Porky the podcast, Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones discuss: Captain Sir Tom Moore, Porky's jab quest, the risks of taking public transport during the pandemic, Buddy Holly's short life, the Asher family, songs to make you feel better, Freddie Mercury's theatre statue, Fulham, David Hamilton's views on radio, sleeping patterns during lockdown, being a news junkie, reopening the pubs, the Isle of Man, Danny Cipriani, geographical ignorance, and countries that change their name. Thankfully, everybody knows where Planet Porky is!  

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    50 min
  • 169: Won't dance for me Argentina?
    It's time for more topical debate (with a few relevant tangents) from the Planet Porky custodians - Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones.

    Today they debate and discuss: Piers Morgan, referring to people as types of animals, keeping rabbits, being chosen to be an influencer, trading with oppressive regimes, the top 20 songs from musicals, Bill Kenwright, LAJ's pictures causing a stir, familiar names appearing in a list of the world's best pubs, Frank Warren, the magic mysticism of churches, whether wearing glasses is attractive, DIY dentistry, prawns, wokedom and whether it's gone too far, the challenges of being the new Bond girl, South American women, sexy dancing, the man who kicked the head off a snowman and Ken Wharfe's amazing associations. If only he'd hung out on Planet Porky, he would have completed the set.   

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    52 min
  • 168: Salami or wine?
    Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones may claim that time doesn't exist on Planet Porky but that doesn't mean that their latest podcast isn't due. 

    Topics include: Exercising during lockdown, Pamela Anderson's latest marriage, Andrew Ridgeley, Chelsea's decision to sack Frank Lampard, Roman Abramovich, Elaine Paige's exploits on and off stage, the moral dilemma of dolphinariums and zoos, whether teachers should be prioritised for the vaccine to get kids back to school, Charlotte Cornwell vs. Nina Myskow, why it's a mistake to take on the press in a legal case, politicians trying to entertain, being forgetful at any age, Ioan Gruffudd, marital disloyalty, keeping the birds safe during the cold snap, and tidy gardens. Everything is rosy in the garden of Planet Porky of course!  

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    50 min
  • 167: Where's the beef? Oh, there he is.
    Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones come bursting in from the cold to bring you the latest instalment of Planet Porky the podcast.

    Today they wrap up warm to discuss: the winter weather, why women are more convincing than men, Caitlin Moran's use of profanity, Larry King, the NRA, Melania Trump's grand exit from the White House, what Boris Johnson and Joe Biden might have discussed in their first phone call, John Lennon's writing habit, Rick Wakeman, plastic surgery denial, living in colder climes, the last widow of an American Civil War soldier, elderly relatives, the football betting scandal of the 60s, Peter Swan, Porky's Frank Leboeuf story, David Ginola, pub snacks, Guns N' Roses, looking after your birds, an increase in the cost of your wine bill, and alcohol free booze. There won't be any of that on Planet Porky! 

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    52 min
  • 166: When two heads aren't better than one
    It's time to bring the weekend in with Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones as Planet Porky the podcast returns. 

    Topics on this one include: Tony Blair’s son being worth millions, Romeo Beckham, Gary Barlow turning 50, Robbie Williams, Will Young, Porky’s nasal hair, Knebworth festival, learning to interview on the job, not knowing who  Will Ferrell is, getting two Head's confused, arranging flowers for the camera, Theresa May’s Brexit musings in the Mail, whether it's worth taking a power nap, mixing jetlag and drink, a new book about Robert Maxwell, speculation about his daughter's future and whereabouts, people turning to comfort foods in lockdown, crisp sandwiches, first experiences of continental cuisine, Buzz Aldrin, and Vernon Kay’s outlandish Beatles claim. Twist and shout for Porky and LAJ - Planet Porky is here.    

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    51 min
  • 165: Cop a mouthful of that
    It's time for another peek at Life on Planet Porky with Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones braced and ready to beam into your ears. 

    Today they discuss: Bridget Rowe, the controversial life of Phil Spector, Californians, Easy Rider, Katie Price's caring duties, Fergie signing with Mills & Boon, the Fake Sheikh, Pete Waterman and his artists, Paul Young, having a close relationship with your literary agent, female authors, why attractive women are more likely to be believed in harassment cases, Brian May's lost gift and why sentimentality is so important, programme fairs, being fined for leaving food on your plate, and ordering too much just because you can. It's the podcast that will leave you full to the brim but always wanting more - it's Life on Planet Porky.  

    Don't forget to subscribe and download from your favourite provider so you never miss an episode; with new ones dropping every Tuesday and Friday.

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    53 min
  • 164: Jog on!
    There might be some deadlines looming, but there's always time to take a visit to Planet Porky for Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones.

    Walking, collagen, joggers, delivering newspapers, Carl Bridgewater, The Beatles in harmony, influencer school, pushy parents, Melanie C, recording vocals, Neil Sheehan, the Nixon family, Mia Farrow's son, Suggs, expensive trainers, dressing appropriately for work, going through harrowing experiences as a journalist and the Sex Pistols are among the topics up for discussion this time! As usual, there's plenty of variety up there on Planet Porky!

    Please note - some listeners may find certain topics disturbing.  

    Don't forget to subscribe and download from your favourite provider so you never miss an episode; with new ones dropping every Tuesday and Friday.

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    51 min
  • 163: Hot off the press
    Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones are informed and ready to inform as Planet Porky returns.

    Today's subjects include: the rollout of the vaccine, people flouting lockdown laws again, a potentially beneficial new heart drug, high heels, Patricia Highsmith, the impact of all day drinking, Barry Gibb, working from under the sheets, breakfast in bed, flat sharing, Jimmy Page, being friendly with your neighbours, false advertising on your dating app profile, and the brilliance of Britain's last female Spitfire pilot. Tally, as they say, ho! Meanwhile, Porky is interrupted yet again...what could it be this time? Hold the front page, Planet Porky is here just in the nick of time! 

    Don't forget to subscribe and download from your favourite provider so you never miss an episode; with new ones dropping every Tuesday and Friday.

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    50 min
  • 162: Better than your average bear
    Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones bring some light to the dark days with the latest look at Life on Planet Porky.

    Topics include: Porky's devotion to walking, waiting to receive the vaccine, COVID concerns, working in a radio station during challenging times, Piers Morgan's interview with Joan Collins, Botox, Amanda Holden, the siege on the Capitol, Trump's dangerous last days, the joy of (not) being average, Geoff Stephens, the New Seekers, Mary Hopkin, first hand experiences of Rowan Atkinson, Bryony Gordon, Iman, disgraceful stories coming out of Fleet Street, Christmas party debauchery, Aled Jones, and the importance of Lord Beaverbrook. The days may be short in the winter on Earth but on Planet Porky they never end...

    Don't forget to subscribe and download from your favourite provider so you never miss an episode; with new ones dropping every Tuesday and Friday.

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    51 min
  • 161: Out with the old, in with the new
    Planet Porky is back and it's better than ever for 2021! Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones take you on the latest whistle-stop tour around their world with topics such as: when Christmas begins and ends, Edwina Curry, the sad death of Gerry Marsden, Marianne Faithfull, the passing of Pierre Cardin, Elizabeth Taylor, natural ways to relieve stress, Jeff Lynne, Paul McCartney seeing George Harrison in a tree, tangible reminders of the people you love, Michael Jackson's Neverland, Soho House, the return of leotards, seaweed, ludicrously overpriced luggage, the most impressionable age to listen to music and Barry White. It's Planet Porky, it's your first, your last and your everything! Happy New Year!  

    Don't forget to subscribe and download from your favourite provider so you never miss an episode; with new ones dropping every Tuesday and Friday.

    Follow the show on Twitter: @PlanetPorky or Mike is: @MikeParry8 while you can find Lesley-Ann: @LAJwriter.

    Or you can email us questions or comments to: [email protected]. We'd love to hear from you! 
    52 min

About Planet Porky

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An exciting new podcast from Mike Parry as he lets you into his madcap world twice a week alongside co-host Lesley-Ann Jones. All visitors are welcome to Planet Porky.

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